Text structures

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What is a descriptive text structure?

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A descriptive text structure provides details about a person, place, thing, or idea, often using adjectives and sensory details.

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What does compare and contrast mean?

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To compare means to look for similarities, while to contrast means to look for differences between two or more subjects.

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What is a sequential text structure?

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A sequential text structure describes events in the order they happen, often using words like 'first', 'next', 'then', and 'finally'.

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What is cause and effect?

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Cause and effect explains why something happens (the cause) and what happens as a result (the effect).

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What is a problem and solution text structure?

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A problem and solution text structure presents a problem and then discusses one or more solutions to that problem.

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What is the purpose of using text structures in writing?

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Text structures help organize information and make it easier for readers to understand the content.

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Give an example of a descriptive text structure.

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An example is describing a beach: 'The beach has soft, white sand, clear blue water, and tall palm trees swaying in the breeze.'

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How can you identify a compare and contrast text structure?

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Look for words like 'similar', 'different', 'on the other hand', or 'however' that signal comparisons and contrasts.

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What is the difference between chronological order and sequential order?

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Chronological order refers to events happening in the order of time, while sequential order focuses on steps in a process.

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What are signal words for cause and effect?

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Signal words include 'because', 'therefore', 'as a result', and 'due to'.